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Diving & Snorkeling

Dip beneath the surface and meet The Florida Keys’ wild side. Here you’ll find the continental United States’ only living-coral barrier reef—shallow gardens for snorkelers, dramatic reefs and historic wrecks for divers. Expect clear, turquoise water, colorful schools of reef fish, and the occasional sea turtle cruising by like it owns the place. Whether you’re booking a guided trip or heading out from shore, outfitters across the Keys make it easy to gear up, learn the basics, and go. Fins on, worries off.

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Diving & Snorkeling

Dive into more details about this activity with points of interest and tips for users at every skill level.

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Diving & Snorkeling Information

All the details you need: videos, regulations and tips to make your Florida Keys diving or snorkeling outing safe, fun and memorable.

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Florida Keys Lobster Season

Every year, thousands of locals and visitors dive into spiny lobster season, a favorite Florida Keys tradition. The Florida Fish and Wildlife...

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Reefs, Wrecks & Wonder

The Florida Keys are basically one long, sunny invitation to put on fins and go look at something amazing underwater. Reefs? Yes. Wrecks? Plenty. Colorful fish acting like they own the place? Absolutely.

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Christ of the Deep

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Diving Tips from Keys Pros

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Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

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Learn To Dive in the Florida Keys

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Key Largo: A Dive Wonderland

To understand why Key Largo, the northernmost island in the Florida Keys, holds such a revered position in the dive pantheon, it is important first to...

Islamorada

Islamorada Turtle Tours

Sandbar trips, snorkeling, sunset cruises & private charters in Islamorada.

Marathon

Discount Divers

Discount Divers Bed & Breakfast offers affordable, eco-conscious accommodations with full kitchens, Wi-Fi, and private courtyards.

Islamorada

Reel Attack Charters

Reel Attack Charters — full-service fishing charters in Islamorada, where expert guides, big catches and unforgettable Florida Keys experiences converge.

Key West

Lost Reef Adventures

Lost Reef Adventures is a 5-Star PADI dive center in Key West offering daily scuba diving, snorkeling trips, certifications, sunset cruises, and private charters—all backed by 30 years of experience and full-service gear support.

The Lower Keys

Looe Key Reef Resort & Dive Center

Looe Key Reef Resort offers beachfront accommodations, daily scuba and snorkeling trips, a full-service dive shop, and a Tiki Bar with live entertainment in the Florida Keys.

Marathon

Salty Pup Adventures

Explore unforgettable boat tours and adventures in Marathon, FL with Salty Pup Adventures!

Key West

Life On The Rocks Charters

Life on the Rocks Charters offers fun, customizable boat trips around Key West—sandbar hopping, snorkeling, sunset cruises, and more.

Islamorada

Forever Salty Charters LLC

Private snorkeling, sandbar, sunset & eco-tours from Islamorada.

Islamorada

Chris Clearwater Charters

Chris Clearwater Charters: Custom fishing, snorkeling & sandbar adventures with a chef-captain in the Florida Keys.

Marathon

Captain Hook’s Marina and Dive Center

Explore award-winning Florida Keys adventures with Captain Hook’s Marina & Dive Center!

Key West

The Water Traveler Vacations

The Water Traveler is your luxury guide to private boat charters, all-inclusive captained getaways, and bespoke waterfront events.

Key Largo

Sundiver Snorkel Tours

Snorkeling is Fun — guided reef snorkeling tours and aquatic experiences in the Florida Keys.

Key West

Sea, Key West

Sea, Key West is Old Town's locally owned watersports shop at 720B Caroline Street — the place to gear up for paddleboarding, SCUBA diving, snorkeling, spearfishing, and freediving adventures in the Florida Keys, with a free coffee bar, local Keys brands on the shelves, and Maxine the parrot waiting to say hello.

Islamorada

Anchors Away Boat Rentals and Tours

Anchors Away Boat Rentals & Tours offers a diverse fleet of over 30 boats, including center consoles, deck boats, and pontoons, available for flexible rentals ranging from 2-hour to monthly durations, with GPS-equipped vessels and optional add-ons like snorkeling gear and GoPro cameras.